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Dance project striving for another goal
EDITOR Brian Justice An upgrade to the Winchester City Park’s docking area is in-progress with a target date to have new restroom facilities open by the end of July. Subcontractors…

Mullin named supervisor of Exceptional Children Services
Franklin County Schools recently announced that Anna Mullin has been selected as the new supervisor of Exceptional Children Services, effective July 1, according to a press release. Dr. Roger Alsup,…

Obituary- Kenneth Martin
KENNETH MARTIN MARTIN, Kenneth Earl, 81, of Lynchburg, TN, passed away June 6, 2026. Kenneth was born on May 5, 1945, in Fayetteville, TN, to J.D. and Ruth Martin. Kenneth…

Birth announcements in June 11, 2026, edition
Elysif Storm Shaw Rebecca Moreland and Garrett Shaw of Tullahoma proudly announce the birth of their daughter, Elysif Storm, on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Highpoint Health — Winchester. Elysif…

Franklin County arrest reports for June 1-7
(EDITOR’S NOTE: The following information on arrests made by state and local authorities is taken from Franklin County Jail intake reports.) Jacky Wayne Bean Jr., 41, Lynchburg Highway, Winchester, arrested…

Eaker Award presented to Crawford brothers
CONTRIBUTOR Lt. Wendy Crawford Two Union City cadets, 18‑year‑old Graysen Crawford and 17‑year‑old Wyatt Crawford, were recognized with the Ira C. Eaker Award during a recent meeting for the Tullahoma…

Two charged in cattle-theft case
Two men are behind bars following a joint investigation by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Crime Unit and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office into the theft of more than…

AEDC at 75: Carroll promotes testing center
AEDC CONTRIBUTOR Brad Hicks In celebration of the Arnold Engineering Development Complex’s 75 years of operation, Lakeway Publishers Inc. is presenting a deep dive into the history of the military…

HOTH finishes stellar 39th edition
EDITOR Brian Justice The High on the Hog barbecue festival recently completed its 39th chapter as a successful precursor to its landmark fourth-decade event in 2027 with the focus this…

Happenings in June 4, 2026, edition
Grace Center of Hope Grace Center of Hope opens its doors every Tuesday and Thursday from 4-6 p.m. with free programs for elementary and middle school children. Kids will be…

